Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor speed

full hd display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound quality

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp QHD display

impressive battery life

fast charging support

lightweight and portable

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

higher price segment

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm 29.69 cm x 20.85 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.87 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom) Aluminum, glass
Colour Platinum grey | Midnight blue Light silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Fixed focus IR camera, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 18.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4b
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.599 W/kg (body)
0.599 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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